People often question and wonder about the utility and usefulness of math. Growing up some of you may remember proclaiming frustrated cries of how solving matrices or learning the different arithmetic or geometric sequences would benefit your career and/or education. […]
The History Of Math
If it wasn’t for the ancient Sumerians, Egyptians and Greeks, who laid the foundation of modern math, we would be still stuck in the stone age. Of course there have been incredible mathematicians from literally all parts of the […]
True Math geniuses of our time – Terence Tao and Maryam Mirzakhani
Throughout history, there have been lots of geniuses in Math but the true geniuses of our time are Terence Tao and the late Maryam Mirzakhani. Who is Terence Tao Almost “officially” known as the world’s greatest Mathematician, now “Professor” Terence […]
What are Scholarship Scams?
With over 1.3 trillion dollars of student debt in the US alone for 2017, it’s no easy feat funding your post-secondary education, but vital to your future when it comes to landing your dream job. Luckily there are scholarships to […]
Top 10 Habits of Parents of A+ Students
It’s no secret that parents play a huge role in their child’s life. What you do directly affects your children, and in turn, their adulthood. So what are some common characteristics of parents with A+ students? We’re educators ourselves and […]
StudyPug 2016 Scholarship Winner Announcement!
We’re excited to announce the winner of StudyPug $1000 Scholarship! “Mark Zuckerberg recently said that without a focus on personalized learning and targeting underserved areas, education cannot truly thrive.” Thank you to all who applied for StudyPug Scholarship 2016. After […]
Is a gap year right for me and guide to taking a gap year
Gap Year – Is It Right for Me? This popular concept has spread throughout Europe, but it wasn’t until the past decade that the high school gap year began gaining traction in North America. In 2011, the Higher Education […]
Learning techniques that fit best with your learning style
Learning is a complex, but important, process that everyone must master to be successful. Interestingly, not everyone learns the same way or at the same pace. It is important to identify a learning method that works for you as early […]
How to deal with grade drops from elementary to college
A drop in grades can happen anytime from elementary school to college. If you’re a parent concerned for your child’s drop in grades, we’ll explore how you should approach the issue. For those of you who are students entering […]
Guide to getting into Ivy League Schools
How to Get in Ivy League Schools There are few things in the civilized world today that evoke more awe and wonder than saying that you graduated from an Ivy League school. Most may see it as a bragging right, […]
How to start off the school year right—checklist and tips
Starting the School Year Off the Right Way As the summer draws to a close, both children and their parents begin to think about preparing for the school year ahead. There are always supplies and clothes to be purchased […]
The 21st Century Classroom: Technology in Schools
Educational Alternatives: The 21st Century Classroom For most people, education means the classroom environment with a teacher up front with a chalkboard and the students sitting in rows to listen to lectures and jot down notes. This style […]
The Teacher Shortage
There’s an old bromide that declares, “Those who can’t do, teach.” Its assumption – that teachers are people with no practical skills, so they turn to the classroom to earn their livings – is emblematic of the lack of respect […]
What is homeschooling and how to get started
If you’re one of the growing number of parents contemplating using homeschooling as an option for educating your children, there’s a lot of positive news about this learning model to help you make an informed decision. Three decades ago homeschooling […]
Military Base School Students Out-Achieving Their Civilian Peers
The troubled American public school system need not look outside its borders to find a system that isn’t broken as a role model. The schools on military bases throughout the United States is outperforming their public brethren and narrowing the […]
Girls in STEM: the facts behind the gap and how to change it
Girls in STEM Programs There’s a gender gap worldwide in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) workforce. Although the numbers and percentages vary by country, women everywhere are far less likely to pursue an education or a career in […]
Math anxiety: how parents and students can fix this
How Do You Know When You Need Help in Math? It’s normal to find math difficult since everyone tends to hit a roadblock every now and then. But it’s another thing if you find math hard all the time, […]
What is blended learning? The future of education
What is blended learning? Since blended education – more commonly known as blended learning — is a growing trend at post-secondary institutions across North America, both parents and students will want to familiarize themselves with the concept and understand how […]